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contents in this issue
04 message from the president 06 new gdra board member 08 10 ways you can be
a great gdra member
09 create a fire resistant home 13 preparing for wildfire 14 pool manager message 15 idle free california 16 campfire & BBQ ban 17 sierra seniors 22 bulletin board
features
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Deer Migration
Power Outages
Martis Wildlife Area
Trail TLC
part of the traditional deer
communication seriously and
encompasses one of our
many beautiful boardwalks
The Glenshire region is a large migration corridor used by the Verdi sub-unit of the LoyaltonTruckee Mule Deer Herd, for
both their winter and summer migrations.
Liberty takes power outage
provides outage information
for both planned outages and unplanned outages through
various channels in an attempt
The Martis Wildlife Area
The Glenshire Pond has so
area’s breathtaking – and
that function well, but
meadow wetlands.
California sun they began to
environmentally significant –
to reach all affected customers.
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with big winters and the deteriorate.
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
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This board cares deeply for the membership of GDRA and it was with you in mind that we made our decisions.
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Some Final Thoughts
Two years have certainly flown by as
President of GDRA, seems strange that this will already be my last article in the Shire. I have enjoyed my time serving as your President and want to congratulate the new Board on being elected to serve.
While we have faced some challenging
and unanticipated issues, I am most proud
of our responsiveness to our members.
deeply for the membership of GDRA and
would best serve the most amount of
decisions. I would also like to thank the
We have tried to work on solutions that
members within our limitations. With many members facing increased insurance costs and cancellations, we were able to keep
our budget, your dues dollars, to the most fiscally conservative spending possible to
avoid having to add a large dues increase.
In response to COVID-19 we also instituted a prolonged payment schedule to help
our members affected by the pandemic. It
was important to the Board that we get the pool open for as much as the season as
possible while at the same time installing a new reservation system so that only those who were able to actually use the pool
in its mandated reduced capacity were
paying for its use. We strove to continue as much Firewise Defensible Space clearing
it was with you in mind that we made our staff for all their hard work every day of
every year in keeping our Association on track, truly caring about our community beyond their job description.
As the new Board carries on, I am
confident that they will continue the
long-standing tradition of keeping our members first in priority and will do a
fantastic job. I admire the dedication of all who have stepped up and wish them the best of luck.
To our members I wish you continued
enjoyment of this wonderful place we are
so blessed to be able to call home. Thank you for your support.
as we could within new constraints, though
Carla Embertson
clearing effort that we had hoped to do in
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we weren’t able to form the volunteer
the beginning of the year. This board cares
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Immediate Past President, GDRA,
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Send us articles & photos to include in the next Shire Magazine! We Want to hear from you!
Cover photo by Emily Rademacher flowphototahoe@gmail.com The Shire is the official publication of the Glenshire/Devonshire Residents Association published by CCMedia 775.327.4200 publishing@cc.media | www.cc.media BOARD MEMBERS Claudia Hanson, President Andy Anderson, Treasurer Kathleen Raber, Secretary Adrian Juncosa, Member at Large DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE Ron Boehm Dennis Martin Brian McEneaney Tyler Ross GDRA STAFF Lori Kelley, Operations Manager Dan Turner, Facilities Manager Heather Menges, Admin
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETINGS Design Review Committee (DRC) meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7am (subject to change). DRC meetings will be canceled if no items are on the agenda 10 days in advance of the meeting.
2020 GDRA BOARD
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Welcome new Board member, Adrian Juncosa.
NEW GDRA BOARD MEMBER
At the September 10, 2020 GDRA Board meeting, the Board appointed one
person to serve a one year term on the GDRA Board:
Adrian Juncosa We would like to thank Adrian for his
willingness to volunteer his time to help make our community a better place. Welcome!
Adrian Juncosa
The Board anticipates appointing one
more person to fill the one vacant seat at the October 8th Board Meeting.
2020 Board Application can be found at www.glenshiredevonshire.com
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by Marty Frantz
October, November and December are the busiest months for the Fall/Winter Deer Migration
The Glenshire region is a large part of the
traditional deer migration corridor used by the Verdi sub-unit of the Loyalton-Truckee
Mule Deer Herd, for both their winter and summer migrations. There have been
many deer/vehicle collisions on Glenshire Drive and Hirschdale Road.
The deer move around a lot in the fall – please be especially aware at dawn & dusk! Driving through this forested region, you would assume there were deer
everywhere, but in fact only a single
herd remains and their numbers are
declining. Protecting habitat, preserving the seasonal ranges and limiting threats
to this herd along the migration corridor, are considered critical actions by many biologists. It is up to us to help.
Be grateful for wildlife!
Waddle Ranch protected 1462 acres in
the Martis Valley. This is largely where the Verdi Sub-unit fawns in the springtime. Disruption of the migration corridor
through the Glenshire region makes it hard for this already stressed herd to reach the
Truckee River and the traditional routes
used to move to lower elevations during the fall/winter – or back up in the spring. We can help protect both the winter &
summer ranges by limiting encroaching roads and disruptive human activities
(ATV’s, dirt-bikes, uncontrolled dogs, etc.) Deer are very active in our region spring through fall. They tend to arrive in April/ May and start migrating back to their
wintering grounds October/November
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and December. Prime factors in the
decline of deer numbers are animal-
vehicle collisions and fawns being split
up from their mothers due to dirt-bikes, uncontrolled dogs, etc.
Drive particularly alertly in these areas: • Heavy deer usage has been observed on Hirschdale Road, Highway 80, Glenshire Drive from Hirschdale to Somerset and then from the west Glenshire entrance sign to Olympic Heights.
• Watch for deer on the side of the road. • If you spot deer/wildlife near or on
the road, slow down and turn on the
hazard lights, flash your headlights and use “slow down” hand signals to warn approaching drivers.
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GDRA GOOD NEIGHBOR
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7. Responsible Use of Dumpsters, Bins and Carts Please contact GDRA staff if you need to use the clubhouse
dumpster. Please don’t put household trash in the clubhouse
10 ways to be a great Glenshire Devonshire Member!
bear bins or over the dumpster gate. Please don’t overfill
seasonal dumpsters: Christmas tree, cardboard, green waste. Please help protect wildlife and store recycle carts in an enclosed area until morning of pick up.
8. Respect Your Neighborhood Respect construction hours: Mon - Fri 7am - 8pm / Sat, Sun &
Federal Holidays 9am 7pm. Restrict Noise pollution: loud music, machinery, barking dogs, etc.
1. Maintain Defensible Space Defensible space on every property matters toward increasing fire safety for the entire region. Find helpful information at www.truckeefire.org/defensible-space
2. Pick Up Pet Waste At All Times Pet waste is a main polluter of the Glenshire Lake, which flows into the Truckee River. Many streams and drainages flow to
the Glenshire Lake, so picking up pet waste on and off trails is
9. Help Keep Your Neighborhood Safe Do not use Fireworks, Bottle Rockets, etc. They are dangerous,
not allowed and against the law. Please respect the speed limits and bike lanes.
10. Help Your Community by Volunteering Lake, Trails, Neighborhood Defensible Space Days and more.
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important.
3. Use Dark Sky Exterior Lighting Dark skies are one of the reasons many of us live in the
mountains and not a city. Town of Truckee and Glenshire have
Dark Sky ordinances. Studies have shown that bright lights are
Trash day is a bear’s buffet.
harmful to wildlife, effecting feeding, mating and more. Visit www.darksky.org for more information.
4. Keep Control of Pets Pets chasing wildlife can be very detrimental, especially during nesting and fawning seasons. Keep dogs from roaming and
respect use of leashes for their safety and the safety of others. We requests dogs not go on the Glenshire Lake island.
5. No RV Living Pursuant to GDRA rules and regulations.
6. Contact GDRA Office For Exterior Improvement Approvals Most exterior improvements require GDRA approval, including but not limited to: Painting / Windows / Sheds / Fences / Additions / Parking Areas / Tree Removal. Some improvements require a Design Review Committee approval, others staff approval
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CREATE A FIRE-RESISTANT HOME
Embers transported through the air can ignite a fire more than CREATE A FIRE-RESISTANT HOME two miles from the fire front. Embers can easily get caught in places like your gutters, roof valleys and ignite vents.aReduce your Embers transported through the air can fire more than home's vulnerability with fire-resistant materials andcaught by routinely two miles from the fire front. Embers can easily get in removing places likedebris. your gutters, roof valleys and vents. Reduce your home's vulnerability with fire-resistant materials and by routinely removing debris. Start by removing receptive fuel beds around your home at the following locations: Start by removing receptive fuel beds around your home at theDECKS: following locations: Construct your deck with materials like metal or A ignition-resistant lumber/composites. Embers often fall through in planks; it’s your critical to with remove all combustible DECKS: Construct deck materials like metal or A gaps materials under lumber/composites. and around your deck. ignition-resistant Embers often fall through gaps in planks; it’s critical to remove all combustible ROOFS: Protect vulnerable surface. Regularly inspect underyour and most around your deck. B materials points of ember entry like roof valleys, protrusions like chimneys and skylights, rain gutters shingles.surface. Install metal dripinspect edge Protect your mostand vulnerable Regularly B ROOFS: on the of roof and metal points ember entry flashing like roof around valleys, protrusions. protrusions like chimneys and skylights, rain gutters and shingles. Install metal drip edge GUTTERS: or enclose gutters to prevent the roof Screen and metal flashing rain around protrusions. C on accumulation of plant debris, i.e. fuel. Ensure unscreened open gutters areorcleaned GUTTERS: Screen encloseregularly. rain gutters to prevent C or accumulation of plant debris, i.e. fuel. Ensure unscreened EAVES: or fill gaps between wood to prevent open Enclose gutters eaves are cleaned regularly. D or ember intrusion. D EAVES: Enclose eaves or fill gaps between wood to prevent VENTS:intrusion. Vents located on a vertical wall, including crawl space E ember vents (foundation vents), gable end vents, and other openings such as dryer areonvulnerable to theincluding entry of wind-blown Vents vents, located a vertical wall, crawl space E VENTS: embers. If these enter andgable igniteend dust or flammable the vents (foundation vents), vents, and otheritems, openings fire isas in dryer a veryvents, dangerous location and might not detected such are vulnerable to the entry ofbe wind-blown until it's too late to save theignite house. Cover all vents with embers. If these enter and dust or flammable items, the corrosion-resistant 1/8 inlocation metal mesh screens fire is in a very dangerous and might not to beguard detected these points of to entry. vents with exterior baffle until it's too late saveNew the house. Cover all vents with that auto-shut when exposed to heattoare ideal. corrosion-resistant 1/8 in metal mesh screens guard F mechanisms these points of entry. New vents with exterior baffle WALLS AND that FENCING: Build or remodel nonflammable auto-shut when exposedwith to heat are ideal. F mechanisms materials like brick, masonry, cement, or stucco. Regularly clear fuel fromAND the base of yourBuild fence. fences WALLS FENCING: or Remove remodelwooden with nonflammable touching your home, or rebuild with nonflammable materials. materials like brick, masonry, cement, or stucco. Regularly clear fuel from the base of your fence. Remove wooden fences Continued on page 10 touching your home, or rebuild with nonflammable materials.
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GATHER AROUND
THANK YOU FOR SLOWING DOWN in Glenshire/Devonshire
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by Chad Sousa, EHS Manager, Liberty Utilities
My Power is out! Why? How Long Will it be Out? How do I get Outage Information? Let’s face it, a power outage is an inconvenient disruption
regardless the time of day, the day of the week, the cause of the outage or the duration. Even a brief outage in the middle of the night will at a minimum require you to reset the clocks in the house or worse, render your alarm clock useless.
What’s worse than a power outage? A power outage without any communication or information. It doesn’t matter if the
outage was planned for maintenance upgrades, or if it was
caused by a fallen tree . When the power goes out, customers want and need to know what to expect.
Liberty takes power outage communication seriously and
provides outage information for both planned outages and Continued on page 12
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• Outage information and outage map is updated on the Liberty Utilities website, located in the Outage Map section as soon as the information can be obtained from the field crew.
• Outage information is posted on social media, Twitter @
LibertyUtil_CA and Facebook @LibertyUtilitiesLT as soon as the information can be obtained from the field crew.
• Updates are distributed to all communication methods if/ when they become available
unplanned outages through various channels in an attempt
to reach all affected customers. The following outlines what customers can expect, how to receive, and where to obtain outage information.
The best way to stay informed about any type of power outage is to be sure the contact information on your account is up to
date. Customers are able to add more than one phone number and email to the account which can help in receiving critical
information. Also, utilize the website and/or social media if you
Routine Planned Power Outages
(for maintenance upgrades or repair work)
have not received a direct communication to find information when the power is out.
• Affected customers receive a minimum of 48 hours advanced notice.
• Liberty calls, sends a text, and/or sends an email message to the contact information on each affected customer account.
• Sign boards are placed in affected neighborhoods and/
or door hangers are affixed on the front door of homes/ businesses.
• General details about the timing and location of the planned
Article written by Lee Kiolbasa Emergency manager, Liberty Utilities
Prepared for an Emergency?
outage are posted on the Liberty Utilities website in the Planned Outages.
Emergency Planned Power Outages (for urgent repair/replacement work)
• Affected customers typically receive 24 hours advance notice prior to the start of the outage.
• Liberty calls, sends a text, and/or sends an email message to
the contact information on each affected account as soon as the work has been scheduled, If possible, sign boards are
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placed in affected neighborhoods and/or door hangers are affixed on the front door of homes/businesses.
• General details about the timing and location of the planned outage are posted on the Liberty Utilities website in the Planned Outages section as soon as the work has been scheduled.
Unplanned Power Outages • Liberty calls, sends a text, , and/or sends an email message
to the contact information on each affected account as soon as the location of the outage has been confirmed and an affected customers can be identified.
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GDRA Encourages Residents To Continue Preparing For Wildfire For Example: • Limb trees up at least 6 feet above the ground, and remove any
branches that make contact with your home or are within 10 feet of a chimney or furnace vent
• Cover all external vents with 1/8" metal screening to protect against embers
• Clear spaces under decks and stairs of flammable material • Completely cover exposed wood piles with a fire-resistant
material, unless you are able to store wood 30 feet from all
Tarp Information
structures.
• GDRA allows colors similar to nature, including gray & silver. No
Pursuant to Truckee Fire 14 CCR 1299.03: In the first section of
white or bright please.
Zone 1/within 30 feet of all structures or to the property line, it
states on item G. Relocate exposed wood piles outside of Zone 1 unless completely covered by a fire-resistant material.
• Mountain Hardware carries silver fire resistant tarps in a variety of sizes.
• For more information visit https://www.truckeefire.org/defensiblespace and http://glenshiredevonshire.org/your-community/ firewise/
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NOTE FROM THE POOL MANAGER
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...I live and work in the best community.
Note From The Pool Manager What a resilient community we live in. We did it, we successfully made it through
our first pandemic at the pool. This could
not have been accomplished without the
flexibility and patience of the community. Deepest gratitude from the staff and
myself! The staff was challenged to put together and enforce new sanitation protocols, sign up procedures, and
scheduling. The membership was also responsible for adapting to the new
eSoft scheduling program, as well as the
current check in process. Together we all persevered and made it through.
This summer I watched the resilience
of our community. The staff heard your
stories about how this pandemic affects you and your family. We listened to the many struggles and new undertakings
everyone is facing. Not only were we all
struggling through a pandemic, but also the dense smoke that engulfed us. What
stuck out through all this was the outlook and positive mindset that the many pool attendees showed. Many commented about the time they got to spend with
their loved ones, about being thankful for what they have or even how they spread joy to others over this challenging time. I know the joyfully colored rocks during
my stroll around the pond as well as the positive sayings written in chalk on my
street bring a much-needed smile to my
face daily. It truly has been one of the most challenging, memorable, and diverse
summers I have endured at the pool. But it
also showed me that I live and work for the best community.
Uncertainty has been the theme of our
lives lately. Will we get shut down again? Will COVID-19 case numbers spike?
Will I have a job? And yes, even, will the
pool be open next summer? I'll end with
this– replace the fear of the unknown with curiosity. Expand your knowledge, the
only way we develop what we do know, is through the unknown. Till next summer... Ashley Pose GDRA Pool Manager,
AshleyPose
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Did you know that seniors comprise 25% of our population here in the Truckee/North Lake Tahoe area?
Sierra Senior Services is a non-profit agency that delivers Meals on Wheels to at-risk seniors in the Truckee/North Lake Tahoe area, helping them to continue living independently -in their own homes- for as long as safely possible. It also provides
these seniors with social connection and coordinates additional
support services. The agency provides an unduplicated service in our community!
To learn more about the agency’s efforts to keep our seniors
fed and connected during these unprecedented times, please visit www.sierraseniors.org. You can also find information on how to sign up for the Meals on Wheels program, volunteer opportunities, and learn about the ways that Sierra Senior
Services can provide benefits and care to you, your loved ones, and our community members.
Thank you for helping us take care of each other to keep our community healthy and strong! by Paige Derdowski
Carla Embertson
For Truckee Town Council 2 year seat
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By the Truckee River Watershed Council
Martis Creek during restoration: we’re restoring the meandering stream, increasing the creek’s access to the meadow floodplain, and allowing water to flow over the banks during high flows. This recharges ground water, creates cooler temperatures for fish habitat, enhances wildlife habitat, and slows the flow of sediment downstream for cleaner water.
A Floodplain Reconnected, A Landscape Revived
meadow and 2 miles of stream as well as planting native
breathtaking – and environmentally significant – meadow
to be resilient from the effects of wildfires, droughts, and floods.
The Martis Wildlife Area encompasses one of our area’s
grasses and plants. Our work helps prepare this treasured area
wetlands. Our restoration project is restoring 70 acres of
You will see a greener, wetter, and wilder meadow in the future.
Martis Creek before restoration (on the north side of Highway 267):
a straight channel, disconnected from the meadow surface, with
limited ability for water to spread
out across the meadow, leaving the meadow drier, and surface waters disconnected from surrounding groundwater.
It takes a dedicated team to do what we do. Thank you to
our partners – the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northstar
California Resort, and Northstar Community Service District. Thank you to the funders who are making this work possible -
the donors of the Truckee River Watershed Council, Bella Vista
Foundation, California Department of Fish and Wildlife via Prop 1, The Martis Fund, and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
To learn more about this restoration project and others, go to: www.Meadowsforever.org
@TruckeeRiverWatershedCouncil @trwcnews Visit our website to learn more about the Truckee River Watershed Council - www.truckeeriverwc.org
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in the forest, clearing fallen trees from trails, conducting
maintenance, or building new multi-use trails. But after a
walkthrough of the sight, we gladly accepted the Glenshire
-By Leslie Loveland
challenge!
The Glenshire HOA approached the Truckee Trails Foundation
The Glenshire Pond has so many beautiful boardwalks that
Glenshire Pond. The Truckee Trails crew typically works deep
began to deteriorate.
asking if the crew could help fix up a few things around the
function well, but with big winters and the California sun they
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Here’s what the crew did: • Replaced missing and tightened loose screws on all of the boardwalks;
• Attached 4 new bumpers to one of the boardwalks; • Dug up the sides of the ramps and attached new pressure
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melt, but we hope that with a little drain digging and clearing,
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treated 2x8 pieces of lumber to make sure that decomposed granite wouldn’t fall through or wash over the sides;
• Reinforced the lumber with large rocks, smaller rock,
decomposed granite, rebar and lots of water to create a nice bond;
• Made sure the off and on ramps were smooth with no lip so wheeled travelers could roll right over; and
• Dug drains, cleared drains, and re-buried an exposed culvert that was causing riders to ride around.
Water runoff is always a tough challenge as the snow begins to your shoes will stay a little bit dryer next spring. Let us know
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Remember To Log Defensible Space Hours
GDRA needs all Residents to log in Defensible Space hours performed on their property! Click
on "Log Your Defensible Space Time" button at glenshiredevonshire.com. Help your Association remain a Firewise Community! Visit glenshiredevonshire.com to log your hours. Contact GDRA office with any questions. When an entire community gathers together to make the neighborhood a better place, everyone benefits! Thank you!
Yoga In Glenshire
Classes are postponed until further notice. Drop-in ($12) or punch card ($50/5-pack) available. Contact Amy Renn of Terra Firma Fitness, Massage & Yoga at amyterrafirma@gmail.com, or 209.662.4146 for more information.
Non-profit Event Information Welcome
If you are involved with a Truckee non-profit holding an event you would like your neighbors to
know about, please submit to Glenshire Assoc at glenshire1@sbcglobal.net and we will publish
brief information (no ads) in the appropriate Shire. Submit By: August 23, 2020 for October 2020 Edition.
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Lake Trail Fundraising Campaign
SOS Glenshire
Thank you to those who have donated funds toward the lake
Have a voice regarding the future of Eastern Truckee! SOS
care of the Truckee Tahoe Community Foundation, P.O. Box 366,
ensure that our voice is heard in the Town of Truckee General Plan
online. Many upgrades and drainage revisions are being planned.
is important to keep informed- Please sign up for updates through
trail! To make a donation, mail to: Glenshire Lake Trail Project, in
Glenshire (Saving Open Space around Glenshire) is working to
Truckee, CA 96161 or visit glenshiredevonshire.com to donate
Update, and in developments like Canyon Springs. At this time, it
Contact the GDRA offices to be on the Lake Trail Committee.
our e-newsletter at sosglenshire.org
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Two Line Dance Classes!
Department and Truckee & Northstar Fire Departments to provide
Classes - Most Tuesdays - Glenshire Clubhouse
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important communications to the community through email and
text messages. Signing up is fast, easy and free. For more info visit to www.nixle.com and sign up today.
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Classes are postponed until further notice. Two Line Dance 6:05-7:05pm - Beginning Line Dance
Anyone over 12 years of age interested in line dancing. No special shoes, clothing or dance experience needed. We are currently
working on line dance steps (to music). Come and join in the fun!
Visit our website for links to fire safety info, the latest road
7:05-8:15pm - High Beginner/Improver Line Dance
construction, Board meeting highlights and more...
a Beginning Line Dance Class or who has had previous structured
conditions & local road web cams, Glenshire Drive road
Anyone over 12 years of age who has, in essence, graduated from
Playdate Preschool & School Age Program
dance experience (ballet, jazz, contemporary, line dance or
creative, and fun design for our families and kiddos that also
$8 per person. Contact Robin Reese at rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net
to do everything I can to make sure these kids can remain kids.
Recreational activities in or on the lake, such as swimming,
We launched our summer program this year with a unique,
minimized all-risk. I love and care about this community and want If you would like to know more about fall programs, feel free to contact Teacher Tyler at 530.582.0441 or PlayDateGlenshire@ gmail.com
Glenshire Lake
ice-skating or other similar activities, are not endorsed or
recommended by the Association. The Association assumes no
responsibility for any such use. Please enjoy the beauty, don’t litter,
Clubhouse Dumpster
control and pick up after your pets.
Please do not dump your personal trash without permission.
Please call and ask if we have room. We don’t mind helping GDRA Members, but please ask first! (Wednesdays preferred) Please schedule 24 hrs in advance.
ballroom dance) and/or picks up dance steps easily.
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The Shire 15726 Glenshire Drive Truckee, CA 96161
SOLD
Listed - $749,000 Sold - $749,000
SOLD Listed - $568,000 Sold - $626,000
Listed - $789,000 Sold - $850,000
SOLD
The Glenshire/Devonshire Market: June 1st ~ September 1st
Active Listings - 8 Sold Properties - 29Â (26 in 2019) Pending Sales - 16 Avg. Price Per SqFt. - $382 (10% increase) Avg. Sales Price - $659K ($587K in 2019) Med. Sales Price - $650K ($557K in 2019)